Excavated U.S. Springfield M1881 Forager Shotgun Cartridge
Z9250 Excavated U.S. Springfield M1881 Forager Shotgun Cartridge
Description: This is a nice example of an excavated 20-gauge Forager shotshell manufactured at the Frankford Arsenal in September 1884. These cartridges were designed for the modified Springfield Trapdoor rifle, known as the Model 1881 Forager shotgun, and were issued to U.S. troops in the field. The Forager allowed soldiers to supplement their rations by hunting small game.
Produced as new primed empties (N.P.E.) and intended for repeated loading in the field, the shells were typically issued ten per box. Manufactured from 1881 through 1900, they represent the final U.S. military-issued shotshells of the 19th century. The Model 1881 Forager was eventually superseded by the Winchester Model 1897 trench and riot guns, which became standard by the early 20th century.
This example appears to be an early copper-cased variation. The primer has been struck, indicating it was fired. Both the inside and outside show oxidation, and a collection identification number is painted on the side in white. An excellent Indian War-era collectible that was excavated.
Headstamp: "F / 9 / 84 / No 20”
Measures: OAL 2.562”
Reference: "History of Modern U.S. Military Small Arms Ammunition” Hackley, Woodin & Scranton Vol. 1 Pgs. 255-256
Price: $50.00
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